2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
